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Jackery Explorer 500W Portable Solar Generator Kit
Item Code: E500-SS100
Ship Weight: 25 lbs.
Regular Price: $879.99
Sale Price: $789.00
You Save 10% ($90.99)
Product Details
The Jackery Explorer 500 is a 518Wh lithium portable solar generator. It is one of the lightest and most portable rechargeable lithium battery generators on the market. Designed specifically for portability, the Jackery Explorer 500 portable power station is about the size of a basketball and has a solid handle. Its easy-carry and compact design make the Jackery Explorer 500 perfect for enjoying RV camping and road trips. Features a high-quality built-in MPPT charge controller which allows for a quick and easy green solar recharge with the included Jackery SolarSaga 100W solar panel.
Portable, Compact, Lightweight Power Station:
Versatile Output Power Options:
Long Lasting Safe Performance:

Lithium Battery Technology:
Fast Charging from the Sun:
Optional Carrying Case:
There are 3 ways to charge your Jackery 500 Power Station:
The Sun
Recharge from the sun by connecting the included solar panel. Charge times is dependent on the size of the solar panel. (1) SolarSaga 100 Watt Panel will fully recharge the unit in 7.5 hours of sun.
Wall
Plug it into the wall. Fully recharges in 7.5 hours using the included Power Supply AC Wall Charger.
12V
The Jackery 500 can be charged by plugging into your vehicle's 12V outlet in just 7.5 hours!
Portable, Compact, Lightweight Power Station:
• | Great for use with Smartphones, Lights, Tablets, Appliances, Laptops, Drones, CPAP, Car Fridges, Speakers, TV/Electronics, 12V Coolers, much more! |
• | Offers fast charging options via solar, 12V car outlet or AC Wall outlet |
• | Excellent source of emergency power supply |
• | Features an efficient 518Wh (21.6V, 24Ah) Lithium NMC Battery for long lasting performance! |
• | Completely Silent with no fumes or maintenance required! |
• | Can output power to multiple items simultaneously! |
• | Pure Sine Wave AC inverter allows the user to output up to 500 Watts (1000W Surge)! |
• | Features (1) 110V AC Outlet, (1) 12V Car Output (2) 12V 8mm DC Outputs and (3) USB-A 5V, 2.4A Outputs. |
• | Battery management system (BMS) enables short circuit protection, voltage control, temperature control and more advanced safety operations. |
• | Features a user friendly LCD screen with charge/discharge and battery life status information. |
• | Equipped with power switch and indicator light for on/off output port charging |

• | Equipped with lithium Nickel Manganese Cobalt Oxide (NMC) battery, the same type of battery that Tesla uses in their Powerwall units! |
• | The Integrated MPPT Charge Controller constantly monitors the voltage and current output of your solar panels, adding up to 23% more solar recharging efficiency! |
• | This tough bag effectively protects your Jackery power stations from scratches, frame pressure and dirt - "Click Here" to View. Sold Separately |
The Sun
Recharge from the sun by connecting the included solar panel. Charge times is dependent on the size of the solar panel. (1) SolarSaga 100 Watt Panel will fully recharge the unit in 7.5 hours of sun.
Wall
Plug it into the wall. Fully recharges in 7.5 hours using the included Power Supply AC Wall Charger.
12V
The Jackery 500 can be charged by plugging into your vehicle's 12V outlet in just 7.5 hours!
Specifications
General Information | |
Manufacturer Name: | Jackery |
Dimensions: | 11.8" x 7.6" x 9.2" in (30.1 x 19.3 x 24.2 cm) |
Weight: | 13.32 lbs (6.04 kg) |
Operating usage temp: | 14-104F (-10-40C) |
Warranty: | 2 Year Warranty (Additional 1 Year Warranty Extension when Registering with Manufacturer) |
Certification: | FCC, ROHS, UN 38.3 | Battery |
Cell Type: | Li-ion NMC |
Pack Capacity: | 500 Wh (21.6V, 24Ah) |
Management System: | BMS, Over Voltage Protection, Short Circuit Protection |
Lifecycles: | 500 Cycles to 80%+ capacity (Approx. 2000 cycles with depreciation) |
Shelf-life: | Keep plugged in, or charge every 3-6 months | Ports |
USB-A port (output): | (3) 5V, 2.4A |
AC Output: | (1) 110 VAC, 60Hz, 500W (1000W Surge Peak) |
Car Output: | (1) 12V, 10A |
DC Output: | (2) DC 8mm |
DC Input: | 12V-30V (100W Max) | Charge Times |
AC Wall Charger: | 7.5 Hours |
12V Car Charger: | 7.5 Hours |
1 SolarSaga 100W Solar Panel: | 9.5 Hours |
Jackery SolarSaga 100W Solar Panel | |
Manufacturer Name: | Jackery |
Dimensions: | Folded: 24" x 21" x 1.4" in (610 x 535 x 35 mm) Unfolded: 48" x 21" x 0.2" in (1220 x 535 x 5 mm) |
Weight: | 10.33 lbs (4.69 kg) |
Operating usage temp: | 14-149F (-10-65) |
Warranty: | 2 Year Warranty (Additional 1 Year Warranty Extension when Registering with Manufacturer) | Solar |
Peak Power: | 100W |
Cell Efficiency: | 23% |
Power Voltage: | 18V |
Power Current: | 5.55A |
Open Circuit Voltage: | 21.6V |
Short Circuit Current: | 6A | Ports |
USB-A Output: | 5V, 2.4A |
USB-C Output: | 5V, 3A |
DC Output: | 18V/5.55A/100W |

What's Included
What's Included:
• (1) Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station
• (1) AC Wall Charger
• (1) Car Charger
• (1) Manual
• (1) Jackery SolarSaga 100W Solar Panel
• (1) Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station
• (1) AC Wall Charger
• (1) Car Charger
• (1) Manual
• (1) Jackery SolarSaga 100W Solar Panel
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By Rita
Texas
Pricey, but solid
September 24, 2021
Even though I got a bit of a discount on the package, Jackery remains a pretty expensive option for backup power at around $1 per watt. But I was happy with both items. The solar panel was easy to use and delivered between 80 - 95W when charging the Jackery power station in late afternoon sun. I have another Jackery Explorer unit and it has performed reliably, plus holds a charge for months and months.
My main use is during frequent power outages on our rural electric coop service.
If you are buying this combo, you probably already know what you want; this package works well for modest power needs while car-camping or at home - lights, phones, electronics, laptops and the occasional electric blanket or small appliance. A single solar panel will barely recharge the Jackery 500 in a good day of sunlight, so you may need a second one for faster charging.
Seems well-built and reliable, pretty easy to transport if needed.
Charging with the solar panel is not very fast
works well for modest power needs while car-camping or at home - lights, phones, electronics, laptops and the occasional electric blanket or small appliance.
My main use is during frequent power outages on our rural electric coop service.
If you are buying this combo, you probably already know what you want; this package works well for modest power needs while car-camping or at home - lights, phones, electronics, laptops and the occasional electric blanket or small appliance. A single solar panel will barely recharge the Jackery 500 in a good day of sunlight, so you may need a second one for faster charging.